Washington County

GA · Pop. 39,440 · Suburban County

6Homestead Score

Washington County is a suburban county in GA with a population of approximately 39,440.

$/Acre: $1,327
Property Tax: 0.92%
Growing Season: 241 days
Broadband: 79%
Safety: 5/10
Density: 29.3/sq mi

Pros

Affordable land, Long growing season, Good internet

Cons

Strict building codes, Higher crime rate

Taxes & Cost of Living

Property Tax Rate0.92%
Local Sales Tax1.68%
Combined Sales Tax5.68%
Cost of Living Index101.4
Median Household Income$56,585
Poverty Rate12.9%
Homestead ExemptionYes

Land & Building

Avg Land $/Acre$1,327
Median Home Price$263K
Acres for Sale1269
Building CodeFull IRC
Permit Required
Zoning TypeLimited Zoning
Tiny Home Friendly
Mobile Home Friendly
Min Lot Size0.5 acres

Climate & Growing

USDA Zone9
Growing Season241 days
Annual Rainfall47.8 inches
Avg Summer High89°F
Avg Winter Low35°F
Soil TypeSilt
Soil Quality8/10
Elevation1,736 ft
Top CropsCorn

Natural Disaster Risk

Drought4/10
Wildfire2/10
Tornado4/10
Flood4/10

Water & Energy

Primary Water SourceSpring
Well Depth (avg)352 ft
Water AvailabilityAdequate
Solar (Avg PSH)4.6
Wind Potential6/10
Electric Rate$0.16/kWh

Laws & Regulations

Unincorporated
HOA PrevalenceSome
Livestock Allowed
Chicken OrdinanceRestricted
Burn Permit Required
Raw Milk AccessNo

Safety

Violent Crime /100K523
Property Crime /100K732
Overall Safety5/10
Sheriff Response20 minutes average

Healthcare

Nearest Hospital14.5 miles
Emergency Room
Healthcare Facilities3

Infrastructure & Community

Broadband Coverage79%
Cell CoverageFair
Starlink Available
Nearest Town13 miles
Nearest City40 miles
School District8/10
Farmers Markets1
Public Land Nearby32%

Business & Employment

Unemployment Rate6.1%
Ag EconomyModerate